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Golden Gate Overlook
Scenic Lookout
Presidio National Park, San Francisco
"Beautiful spot for Golden Gate Bridge and ocean pictures."(6 Tips)
"Great spot for photo opps of the bridge"(2 Tips)
"Gets super crowded on weekends"(4 Tips)
"It's free public parking and more spots."(6 Tips)
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Riding BeanAugust 23, 2016Can get disgusting the amount of selfie sticks and selfies going on. But it's worth a look. Amazing views, good walk that's unique. Would of loved to have my bicycle here.
PettranSeptember 19, 2015You got to love this place! There are three different stops along the road, try the next one if the first is crowded 👍🏼 There is a lighthouse at the end of the road, keep driving!
Justin WebsterJanuary 24, 2015The trail is temporarily shut down to help preserve wildlife so you can't take the Batteries to Bluffs trail down to the water. That said, still some great sites!
Duane MowrerMarch 31, 2018This used to be my favorite secret place. Now, everyone knows about it - for good reason. Check it out. When you do, at some point put your camera down and just soak it in.
Levar RhodesApril 16, 2016It's a great experience for kids and adults. Weekdays are the best days To beat crowds but it's a wonderful day out.
Turan YurdakulDecember 4, 2014Best place to take photos of Golden Gate Bridge. But you should take your beverage with you before you go there because there is no place that you can buy something.
Luis CastroOctober 4, 2015Awesome views of the golden gate. It's not a nice as the other side but either way it's a great place to look at the building.
Alissa BondJuly 21, 2013Whatever time of the year you're traveling to SF, keep in mind the weather is so unpredictable it can be so so cold and windy!!!
Spencer HoltawayJune 23, 2012When you're done taking in the view, read up in the history of the coastal batteries and fortifications that are just below the lookout. Interesting stuff.
- Beautiful spot for Golden Gate Bridge and ocean pictures. One of my favorite spots.
Bre RozApril 14, 2015Check out the piece of cable at this location. Still can't believe those cables are SO HUGE!
Harry AdabiJanuary 17, 2017Bridge is beautiful, however my car was broken into, so watch out, apparently san francisco is famous for car window brake in.
NatalieJuly 14, 2016Absolutely amazing spot to take pictures at! There is a parking lot right off the highway to the left, but take a right at the stop sign instead and go down to the bigger parking lot! Better view too.
San Jose Mercury NewsMarch 8, 2013If you are driving across the Golden Gate Bridge after March 26, 2013, you will need Fastrack to pay the toll. Here's the information you need. Read more
Keri CorfieldJuly 4, 2012"The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco." ~Mark Twain
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Golden Gate Overlook
Lincoln Blvd & Merchant Rd (Presidio of San Francisco)
San Francisco, CA 94129
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San Francisco, CA 94129
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